Meet our TLE® Center team

Mekeala J Joseph
Business Manager
Favorite TLE® Character:
Two Plus Toucan
I have a BA in Business and am currently attaining my master's in social work and dedicated to advocating for every family's needs.

Amanda Patton
Center Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My name is Amanda Patton; I am the Center Director at The Learning Experience Dickinson. I have over fifteen years of experience working as an early childhood educator. I've been apart of the TLE family since January 2022. Working with children has become a true passion of mine. I have 3 children of my own and in my spare time I enjoy crafting, sports, shopping, traveling, and spending time with my family. My mission is to build a positive atmosphere while providing a safe, healthy, nurturing and fun learning environment for every student with a high focus on education.

Crystal Robinson
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Crystal and I have been in childcare for 22 years. I am a mother of 2, born and raised in Houston, Texas. My goal is to provide a loving caring environment for each child in my care.

Allahna Joseph
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
Hello, my name is Allahna! I am 18 and attended SNHU; while getting my BA in Mathematics. I was born and raised in Houston, Texas. I love working with children; it brings me so much joy.

Anna Marie Lucas
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Lionstein
Hi, I am Anna Marie; please call me Ms. Anna. I am 29 and I like to video game and do latch-hook kits. I also like to write and draw on occasion. I enjoy working with younger children; infants to toddlers.

Kimberly Pleitez
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Phoebe Phonics
My name is Kimberly, I am a mom of 2 beautiful girls. I like spending most of my time with my family and reading. I love having fun and making memories with my children. That’s what I hope to achieve at TLE, make learning fun and give the children and families great memories.

Sherill Gordon
Curriculum coordinator
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I've worked in the education field for over 30 years. I have a Masters Degree in Education. I've taught Kindergarten in my hometown of Louisiana and had the privllage of teaching in Africa. Teaching is a true passion of mine. I'm also a mother, grandmother and mentor. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family reading, writing,traveling and shopping. I'm excited to be apart of such and amazing team here at TLE Dickinson. I look forward to assisting all students in learning and growing. My hopes are to be a positive role model to not just my students but my TLE Family as well.

Hope Solis
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
I am 18 years old; went to Dickinson High School. My birthday is July 19. My favorite thing to do is plant flowers, go shopping, watch TV and sleep. I can not wait to get to know you and help the students grow.

Corbin Hill
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Corbin Hill, and I am a country boy from Arkansas. My hobbies include hunting, fishing, farming and working construction.

Tomyria Windfield
Cook/Bus Driver
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My name is Tomyria, I am 23 years old with over 5 years experience in childcare. I was born and raised in Clarksdale, Mississippi. I attended Mississippi State University for 2 years majoring in Kinesiology. I have found a new love for childcare, and it is my passion to raise the new future.

Van Huynh
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
My name is Van Huynh, and I've been with the TLE since April 2022. I enjoy crafting, singing, Volleyball and spending time with my family. My goal is to assist in the growth of all students as well as maintain a positive attitude while ensuring a healthy, safe and happy learning environment for all students.

Amber De Leon
Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Gibby Gibson
My name is Amber De Leon, and I've been with the TLE since April 2022. I enjoy crafting, dancing, shopping and spending time with my family. My goal is to assist in the growth of all students as well as maintain a positive attitude while ensuring a healthy, safe and happy learning environment for all students.